State

West Bengal

Known for literature, arts, food, tea-growing regions and the Sundarbans.

CapitalKolkata
RegionEast India
Formation / Present status1 November 1956
Principal / Official languagesBengali
Major citiesKolkata, Siliguri, Durgapur, Howrah
Major rivers / waterwaysGanga/Hooghly, Teesta, Damodar

📍 Geography

Gangetic delta, coastal plains, hills and Himalayan foothills.

🌄 Famous Places

Sundarbans, Darjeeling, Victoria Memorial

🏙ī¸ Major Cities

Kolkata, Siliguri, Durgapur, Howrah.

💧 Rivers & Waterways

Ganga/Hooghly, Teesta, Damodar.

📚 Quick History

West Bengal has a distinct historical and cultural identity. Its present administrative status and formation details are summarised above. More detailed history can be added to this page as the India & World section grows.

ℹī¸ More Information

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Reference reviewed September 2026. Government and administrative details can change; consult official sources for current information.